Ohio Governor DeWine Rejects Transgender Sports Ban and Affirms Gender Care Rights
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine vetoed House Bill 68, which would have banned transgender girls from female sports and restricted gender-affirming medical care for trans minors. DeWine emphasized the importance of parental judgment over state mandates in medical decisions for their children. This move goes against a wave of anti-trans legislation across the United States, with the ACLU reporting over 500 anti-trans bills in 2023. DeWine's decision is seen as a moment of empathy and reason, highlighting the ongoing struggle for transgender rights and the importance of recognizing trans individuals as human beings deserving of respect and dignity.